“Loving the Alien” is the closing track on Velvet Revolver’s 2004 debut album Contraband. Written by Scott Weiland, Slash, Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum, and Dave Kushner, the song stands out as one of the band’s most introspective and atmospheric pieces. Unlike the heavier tracks on the album, “Loving the Alien” blends clean guitar textures and melodic bass lines with Weiland’s haunting vocal delivery, creating a moody, emotional finale. Lyrically, it explores themes of alienation, disconnection, and personal struggle—topics that mirrored Weiland’s own experiences at the time. The track showcases Slash’s expressive soloing and a more restrained, dynamic arrangement that contrasts with the album’s otherwise aggressive tone. Though never released as a single, “Loving the Alien” received critical attention for its depth and emotional resonance, often cited as one of Velvet Revolver’s most underrated songs.